Discusses the history, purpose, and functioning of the Congress of the United States and the issues facing the legislative branch of government at the end of the twentieth century.

Explores the people and events surrounding the political scandal that began with a June 1972 burglary and resulted in the resignation of President Nixon, discussing the scandal's effects on American politics and history.

Describes the life of the South African president and revolutionary, from his childhood and his work as a peaceful protestor to his twenty-seven-year imprisonment, his election as president, and his work to end apartheid in South Africa.

Presents the life and accomplishments of Winston Churchill, focusing on his role as prime minister of the United Kingdom during World War II.

The author traces his family's experiences immigrating to the U.S. to introduce the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, explaining how it represents America's democratic values and discussing the importance of the documents' history.